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    Wish I’d Known Then: a Podcast for Self Published Indie Writers

    Indie authors Jami Albright and Sara Rosett interview authors focusing on lessons learned about writing, marketing, and self-publishing.

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    Copyright: © Sara Rosett and Jami Albright 2020

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    Ines Johnson on Backlist Sales and Effective Product Pages For Direct Sales Nov 13, 2024
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    Episode 245 / Ines Johnson joins us and shares strategies for book marketing in the age of direct sales. We discuss:

    • Testing and tweaking to increase backlist sales
    • Importance of thinking of your customer in marketing to create a personal connection
    • Effective ad strategies using purchase ads
    • Special editions and direct sales, including incorporating elements like foiling and character art in special edition books to attract high-value readers
    • Leveraging direct sales platforms and tools like Payhip and Shopify to boost book sales

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    • https://www.authoradsintensive.com/a/2147845324/RXrpFFEh (Affiliate link)
    • Ineswrites.com
    • Page Turner Pacing

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    🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops
    ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Holiday Promotions Made Easy (Re-air) Nov 06, 2024
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    Episode 244 / Is it too late to plan holiday promotions? Nope. You still have plenty of time–and holiday promotions don’t have to be complicated or time-consuming.

    We delve into what tactics we’ve used and found effective for marketing to cold, warm, and hot audiences.

    -What we wish we’d known about marketing during the holidays

    -Group promos ideas -> warm/cold audience


    -Solo promo ideas -> hot audience

    Bookish Wish List – your favorite books/bookish things

    https://www.sararosett.com/bookish-wish-list/

    Mystery Lover’s Gift Guide: https://www.sararosett.com/gift-guide/

    -Last Minute ideas -> cold and warm audiences


    -Newsletter content ideas -> hot audience

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    • Post from Written Word Media for promotion ideas and consumer mindset: https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/book-promotion-for-holiday/

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    🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops
    ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Turning Military and Tech Backgrounds into Gripping Crime Fiction with Nick Stevens Oct 30, 2024
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    Episode 243 / We are thrilled (pun intended!) to chat with contemporary crime and conspiracy thriller author Nick Stevens.

    We talk about anti-heroes, setups and payoffs, Tremors, and why sometimes you just have to publish the book.

    10:58 Why emotional connection is better than perfect structure in storytelling

    14:00 Using multiple formats to diversify

    17:18 Marketing mistake: starting too early

    23:00 Getting ratings and reviews

    29:26 Finding community for writers of mystery/thrillers

    34:09 Setups and payoffs in thrillers

    37:20 Incorporating real-life details into fiction and authenticity that grounds stories

    46:12 Nick Stevens books and social media


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    • https://nickstevensbooks.com
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    • nick@nickstevensbooks.com
    • https://sararosettbooks.com/products/croquet-murder-mystery-game-printable

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    🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops
    ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Writing Conference Recap and Our Writing Process Q&A Oct 23, 2024
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    Episode 242 / We're diving deep into listener questions about everything from drafting and editing techniques, tackling imposter syndrome, and decoding our strengths.

    🥤☕️ So grab your favorite beverage—be it Diet Coke or a cup of comforting coffee–and join us for a Wednesday chat about writing.

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    Ep 15: Elana Johnson on Finding Success in Small Genres

    https://wishidknownforwriters.com/finding-success-in-small-genres-with-elana-johnson/


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    🚀 Jami’s Consulting and Workshops: https://www.jamialbright.com/authorworkshops
    ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Matty Dalrymple & Michael LaRonn on Platform Building for Your Personality Oct 16, 2024
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    Episode 241 / Whether you're an introvert or extrovert you can develop a platform to grow your author brand. Learn how with authors of From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker, suspense and thriller author Matty Dalrymple and science fiction & fantasy author M.L. Ronn (Michael La Ronn).

    Topics:

    • How to match your platform to your personality
    • Tips for effective public speaking
    • Common mistakes authors make when it comes to platform as well as public speaking
    • Why the time you spend behind the microphone or on stage is often the least important part of the event
    • Simple steps you can use to get started building your author brand

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    • https://www.theindyauthor.com/from-page-to-platform.html
    • https://books2read.com/FromPageToPlatform
    • https://authorlevelup.com
    • https://MattyDalrymple.com
    • https://www.theindyauthor.com
    • Speaker’s Notes: https://www.theindyauthor.com/from-page-to-platform.html

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    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Capitalizing on Trends While Staying True to Genre Expectations with Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe Oct 09, 2024
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    Episode 240 / In 2024, Lynn Morrison and Anne Radcliffe paired their love of regency romances like Bridgerton with their bad habit of killing people in their books to create a new series that they rapid-released, the Crown Jewels Regency Mystery Series.

    Topics:

    • Why brutal honesty is critical for collaboration
    • How to spot trends
    • Tips on how to incorporate trends into a genre and still meet reader expectations around tropes
    • How Lynn and Anne leveraged interest around Bridgerton to market the new series
    • Using beta readers to verify the book was on target


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    • Cozy Mystery Clubhouse Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cozymysteryclubhouse/

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    ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Making Your Book Launch Last Beyond the Launch with Melanie Herschorn Oct 02, 2024
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    Episode 239 / Want to make a big impact with your book? Publicist, award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and author of Make a Big Impact with Your Book, Melanie Herschorn, has tips to help you stand out.

    Topics:

    • Beyond the Launch: keep promoting—your book is new to someone who hasn’t read it yet
    • Misconceptions around marketing: engage beyond bookstores
    • Building a community and relationships
    • Don't fear oversharing
    • Alternative and creative marketing strategies: speaking and podcasts
    • Build reader communities: engage people around your book’s themes—create a sense of belonging that AI can't mimic

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    • website: yourbigimpactbook.com
    • Instagram: @bigimpactbooks

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    ❤️ Jami’s books https://amzn.to/3wSraA5
    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Jami and Sara on Reader Magnets Sep 25, 2024
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    Episode 238 / Want some ideas on how to get readers on your newsletter list? On this Ask Us Anything episode, we have SO MANY ideas for you!

    Topics:

    • Expectations for earnings
    • Building a List
    • Preview Promos
    • Reader magnets
    • Difference between pre- and post-novel reader magnets
    • Creative reader magnets

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    📥 Send us a Text Message What’s your reader magnet? What ideas are your favorite from this episode?

    ⚡Links: 33 Reader Magnet Ideas for Authors: https://www.paulinewiles.com/articles/reader-magnet-ideas

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    🔎 Sara’s books https://www.sararosett.com/bibliography/
    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Moving from KU to Direct Sales with Luke Mitchell Sep 18, 2024
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    Episode 237/Guest: Luke Mitchel, science fiction and fantasy author

    Topics:

    • Luke’s transition from KU to wide and direct sales
    • Self-editing and revisions and accepting your writing style
    • Writing short stories to refresh the creative process
    • Moving away from social media and focusing on email marketing and direct sales

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    ⚡Links:

    lukemitchellbooks.com

    Bookfunnel Promo for historical mystery authors: https://dashboard.bookfunnel.com/bundles/board/b5mfo5llm1


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    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

    Jessica Firpi on Writing Compelling Save the Cat Moments Sep 11, 2024
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    Episode 236 / Ever wondered why certain characters steal your heart? This week we chat with Jessica Firpi, a TV and movie reviewer as well as a K-drama enthusiast and podcast host. We explore everything from effective "save the cat" moments to why a sunshine character can make a dark character shine.

    If you've ever wondered how to make your characters compelling, relatable, and unforgettable, we’ve got some ideas for you. Plus, we've got examples from your favorite Kdramas and blockbuster movies.

    Topics:

    • How a Save the Cat moment gets the audience to root for a character
    • Our favorite Save the Cat moments why they worked for us
    • Genuine vs. manufactured conflict
    • Creating complex backstories
    • Pitfalls writers should avoid with Save the Cat moments
    • Jess’s tips for bloggers and podcasters

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    ⚡Links:

    • Jess’s podcast: daebak-krambles.com
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daebakpod
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daebakpod/
    • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/daebakpod


    • Better-Faster Conference 2024 in Minnesota

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    📚 Sara’s How to Write a Series book and audiobook: https://www.sararosett.com/how-to-write-a-series/
    The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes https://bookshop.org/lists/recommenced-resources-for-writers-from-the-wish-i-d-known-then-podcast

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